Scott J. Ward
Scott Jamison Ward
January 7th, 1976 – December 20th, 2025
*Author’s Note: The following excerpts in our “Life Stories” are from the Celebration of Life service for Scott Jamison Ward for you to read, reflect, and pay your respects privately. Scott’s motorcycle and mementos were proudly displayed as loved ones gathered to honor his beautiful life. Lovely sentiments were shared by his girlfriend and close friends, and the Somers Fire Department stood guard for a heartfelt farewell tribute. It was an honor to learn about Scott and to serve his family. He will be dearly missed by many.
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There is so much to feel, and it may all be conflicting inside of you, but for a moment I invite you to please close your eyes, focus on a happy moment with Scott, and breathe. See his face. Watch him smile. Take a few more deep breaths. In. Out. Focus on his smile and how his smile makes you feel. Hear him say, “Yeah, buddy.” And breathe.
While the broken pieces of your heart will never quite be the same, know that Scott would not want your heart to be troubled. He would want you to embrace your life, live each day, and find joy and peace. My most heartfelt wish for you is that your broken pieces may heal and be stronger and more beautiful because you knew and loved Scott.
May you know in your heart that Scott’s journey is complete, he is home now in the loving embrace of our Lord in heaven. He is reunited with the many loved ones he had been missing including his mother, Barbara. He is surrounded by love.
As we reflect on Scott’s 49 years, it may feel like it all went by far too quickly. While no length of time with our loved ones will ever seem long enough, know that it was an absolute blessing to have had Scott present on this earth for almost 5 decades. His time here was a precious gift- When your world is feeling a little too empty, may you fill it with gratitude that your time here overlapped with Scott’s and that you were blessed to know him.
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I’d like to share with you this poem of comfort and hope, and maybe you can hear Scott’s voice saying these words to you:
Think of me as one at rest, For me, no need to weep, I have no pain, no troubled thoughts, For I am just at peace. The living, thinking me that was, is now forever still, And life goes on without me, as time forever will. If your heart is heavy now, because I’ve gone away, Dwell not long upon it friend, for none of us can stay. To those friends who liked me, I sincerely thank you all, and those of you that loved me, well, I thank you most of all. For in my fleeting lifespan, as time went rushing by I found some time to hesitate, to laugh, to love, to cry. It matters not when time began, or if time will ever cease For I was here, I used it all and now I am at peace. -AT REST Unknown
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Scott was born on January 7th, 1976. He graduated from Bradford High School and was a Head Engineer at Gillmore Fine Arts with Racine Unified School District. He served the community for ten years as a volunteer firefighter with the Town Somers Fire Department where he retired as a lieutenant.
Scott was a beloved soul whose energy made a lasting impact on all who were blessed to know him. He had numerous hobbies, but most of all he enjoyed being a member of the Axemen Motorcycle Club. The Iowa Chapter was a favorite place to visit at least once a year. He also enjoyed cheering on the Packers (or rather screaming at the TV), attending car shows (especially shows that featured low-riders and vintage model cars), and watching the demolition derby at the County Fair. In his younger years, summers were spent by the lake where he’d scoop the loop with friends. He had a lot of fun participating in dart league at Puzzle House, and he still played league for as long as he physically could. He loved tattoos and wearing chain necklaces. He loved to dance- anywhere! He was naturally the center of attention in any room, but only his inner circle knew that he was also a beautiful singer.
Scott adored being a father to Jamison. Father and son worked on vehicles together- changing breaks and switching tires. This bonding activity meant the world to them both. Being part of the fire department, Scott was able to have Jamison ride the fire truck during the Somers 4th of July parades. Those were special and fun times for many years.
Scott was the nucleus that brought people together. He lit up every room he entered and brought joy to even the simple moments. His love for his family and friends was pure and deep. He had a unique ability to listen with empathy and support those around him through life’s ups and downs. He cherished family gatherings, quality time with Jamison, and bringing laughter and light into the lives of his friends.
There are countless stories to tell and memories to relive. I invite you to continue to share the memories, share the love today and in the days and years to come. Learn the lessons, look to the good times, and carry forth Scott’s legacy of love and kindness- one day at a time.
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Scott will be forever loved and missed by his son, Jamison, his father, Levi, and step-father, Brian, and their families, his girlfriend, Aura, his siblings, Carolyn, Tracy, Levi, Marie, John, Nathan, and Shania, and their families, Jamison’s mother, Stephanie, his sweet French bull dog, Tato, and many other dear family members and friends.
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Scott, may you rest in eternal peace knowing you are dearly loved.
My sincere condolences and love, Holly